Neville is a Chartered Engineer and a Fellow of the IChemE. He has recently retired after spending his whole career post-graduation working for companies within the Tees Valley. This involved working for major manufacturing and EPC organisations in the hazardous chemicals, energy supply and iron and steel industries.

During his career he undertook roles in engineering, project, operations, HSE and senior management.

Neville has supported the IChemE for many years in interviewing applicants for Chartered Engineer status and has recently become a member of the Teesside Branch Committee.​